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Become a changemaker: Study Chemical Engineering at Stellenbosch University.

Welcome to the Department of Chemical Engineering, situated within the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University. We take pride in conducting cutting-edge research while delivering well-rounded and highly skilled professional chemical engineers. Our team includes 22 full-time academic staff, 16 postdoctoral researchers, and 17 technical and support staff. Browse our website to find more information about our research focus areas, academic programmes, staff and facilities.

Applications for the 2026 intake for all programmes are open. 

Visit our undergraduate and postgraduate pages for more details.

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29 June to 4 July 2025: Engineering Winterweek

Stellenbosch University’s Engineering Winterweek aims to give high-school learners a glimpse into the engineering profession and into the life of an engineering student. Read more here: https://www.eng.sun.ac.za/winterweek/

31 July 2025: BEng applications close for 2026

The closing date for BEng applications for 2026 is 31 July 2025.

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